Warm Up & Stretching

Zumba. Maybe you’re asking yourself, what is Zumba? Zumba is a type of exercise that mixes many different types of Latin dances with traditional exercise moves. There are many different sub-types and levels of Zumba classes. This type of dancing is a fun alternative to regular workout routines. You can get reap all the same benefits … Read more

Stretching before running is almost a universally known rule, probably because it’s drilled into us at school from a young age. We are taught that if you don’t stretch you’ll probably pull a muscle and end up injured. We completely agree that stretching is important, but you might be surprised to know that the type of … Read more

Ever heard of Isabella Fons? I hadn’t either. But now that I have, I’ve quickly become her number one fan. Isabella is a 15-year-old high school freshman with her own YouTube channel, where she uploads tons of fun videos about her passions, which range from veganism to running.She has more than 10,000 subscribers and a very impressive resume, which … Read more

If your a new runner, one of the most important areas you don’t want to neglect is the warm up drills before you run. It may be hard to believe but, dynamic warm up drills are the stepping stone to improving many areas of running including: Running Mechanics PerformanceFlexibility ​More importantly they are designed to improve the range … Read more

You woke up early today, had a quick drink, and headed out the door. As the morning fog is lifting and the early workers are driving by, you are enjoying your morning run. Just as you get going good, though, a side stitch starts creeping in. This stabbing pain can quickly have you doubled over … Read more

I recently decided that I was going to enter a few “shorter” races just for fun. Over the last several years I have been more focused on marathon running with the occasional half-marathon thrown in. Next week I am doing the Sage Rat Run 12K in Grandview, WA followed by the Memorial Freedom 5K in … Read more

I recently pulled my hamstring while running a few weeks ago. I took a few days off running and then tried to start up my regular running after that. All was fine until I decided to play some basketball. Why must I cross train!? Well, I pulled my hamstring again sprinting up and down the … Read more

I have always stretched before I go running. But recently I was talking to my wife, and she said it was BAD to stretch before running. Then I heard my brother and a friend mention the same thing, stretching before running actually increases the risk of injury. What?? I thought they were all crazy! So, … Read more